Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-High blood pressure of idiopathic etiology
A)aneurysm
B)angina
C)arrhythmias
D)beta-blockers
E)claudication
F)congestive heart failure
G)cyanosis
H)emboli
I)endocarditis
J)essential hypertension
K)hemorrhoids
L)mitral valve prolapse
M)murmur
N)occlusion
O)palpitations
P)patent ductus arteriosus
Q)Raynaud phenomenon
R)tetralogy of Fallot

Question

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-High blood pressure of idiopathic etiology
A)aneurysm
B)angina
C)arrhythmias
D)beta-blockers
E)claudication
F)congestive heart failure
G)cyanosis
H)emboli
I)endocarditis
J)essential hypertension
K)hemorrhoids
L)mitral valve prolapse
M)murmur
N)occlusion
O)palpitations
P)patent ductus arteriosus
Q)Raynaud phenomenon
R)tetralogy of Fallot

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Essential hypertension refers to high blood pressure of unknown cause or idiopathic etiology.

Answer: A
 Aneurysm is a localized dilation or outpouching of a blood vessel wall, which can put the vessel at risk of rupture.

Answer: B
 Angina is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle doesn't receive enough oxygen-rich blood.

Answer: D
 Beta-blockers are medications that reduce blood pressure and slow the heart rate by blocking the effects of adrenaline.

Answer: E
 Claudication is pain or discomfort in the legs that occurs with activity and typically improves with rest.

Answer: F
 Congestive heart failure is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs, leading to fluid buildup in the lungs and other parts of the body.

Answer: G
 Cyanosis is a bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes that occurs when there isn't enough oxygen in the blood.

Answer: H
 Emboli are blood clots or other materials that travel through the bloodstream and obstruct blood flow in a vessel.

Answer: I
 Endocarditis is an infection or inflammation of the heart's inner lining, typically caused by bacteria or fungi.

Answer: L
 Mitral valve prolapse occurs when the valve between the left upper and lower chambers of the heart doesn't close properly, allowing blood to leak back into the upper chamber.

Answer: M
 A murmur is an abnormal sound heard during a heartbeat, which can indicate a problem with the heart valves or other structures.

Answer: N
 Occlusion refers to blockage or closure of a blood vessel.

Answer: O
 Palpitations are sensations of an irregular or fast heartbeat, which can be accompanied by dizziness or shortness of breath.

Answer: P
 Patent ductus arteriosus is a congenital heart defect in which a fetal blood vessel between the pulmonary artery and aorta doesn't close after birth, leading to abnormal blood flow between the two vessels.

Answer: Q
 Raynaud phenomenon is a condition in which small blood vessels in the fingers and toes narrow, causing them to turn white or blue and feel cold or numb.

Answer: R
 Tetralogy of Fallot is a congenital heart defect that involves four abnormalities in the heart's structure, leading to oxygen-poor blood flowing out to the body.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings